Website says: “Mendoza Ranch – From U.S. Highway 101 in Gilroy, take the Leavesley Road exit. Proceed east on Leavesley Road 2 miles to New Avenue. Proceed north on New Avenue 0.5 miles to Roop Road. Proceed east on Roop Road 3 miles into the foothills. Turn left into the park.”

It’s free to park. It takes approximately 60 minutes to do the loop and it’s moderately challenging with some fairly lengthy uphill sections.

Look for my green Jeep Liberty when you arrive. Text me if you are running late![masked] We will hit the trail no later than 5:05pm. Let me know if you have any questions,